In the last couple of years, I have tried beans from many specialty coffee roasters ranging from…read morethe best local options to mail order from all over the country. Third Coast has become my 'daily driver' for espresso, as their beans offer the best combination of quality, value, and service. El Guapo has been the top choice so far with classic caramel, chocolate notes and a nice syrupy mouthfeel. Every bag has been consistently-roasted and quick to dial-in. Third Coast has so far resisted the insane shrinkflation that has affected many coffee options. As a comparison, local roaster Greater Goods is nearly 2x more expensive, and Third Coast is better. This is the best value in high quality espresso in Austin...and maybe across the US. Highly-recommended!

Peeps. Can't say more than every other five star review. Every bean I have tried has been exactly…read morewhat's advertised. From smooth, full bodied to chocolate or floral notes. You will not go wrong here and the prices on location are excellent. Anytime I'm in Austin, I will be there for the re-up. Thanks Michael for the cup to go!

If you're looking for one of the best coffee shops in Austin, Praxis Coffee (South) is absolutely…read moreworth the drive. I happily drive over 25 minutes just to get my coffee here, and I'd do it again without hesitation. Everything is made with so much care. They roast their own coffee beans in-house, and you can truly taste the difference. Their espresso is incredibly smooth never bitter, never burnt, just consistently excellent. My personal favorite is the Honey Lavender Latte, but their matcha is hands down the best I've had anywhere in Austin. They also make their own syrups from scratch, and their house chai is unlike any other fresh, balanced, and full of flavor. I also love that you can buy their freshly roasted beans to take home, have them delivered, or even sign up for a coffee subscription. It's such a great way to enjoy their coffee even when you can't make it into the shop. The baristas are always genuinely kind, welcoming, and passionate about what they do. Every visit feels personal, and the atmosphere is warm without trying too hard. They even host coffee classes, which is such a fun way to learn more about the craft behind every cup. Praxis may be a little hidden, but that's part of its charm. If you appreciate high-quality coffee, thoughtfully crafted drinks, and supporting an incredible local small business, this place deserves a spot at the top of your list. Austin is lucky to have them.

Coffee was great while I'm not a local it does seem that they have a great relationship with their…read morerepeat customers. I did get a pastry and I'm not sure if they don't warm them up but I wasn't asked if I wanted it warmed, but thank goodness we live in Texas and I can just put it on the dash while I drive to my next destination and it will warm up. They do have a small set of chairs to sit and wait or finish your coffee. I will definitely be back in the area.

My wife and I needed a pick me up this past Saturday late afternoon, and the timing was perfect…read more Not crowded and plenty of treats to choose from. They even had a gluten free chocolate chip cookie that felt homemade. (I forget the bakery's name that was on the wrapper). My wife enjoyed her espresso milk shake and I had their seasonal strawberry crumble (cinnamon) latte and loved it! I would have never thought about strawberry flavor in a latte - but glad I was feeling "adventurous" that day. Lol. It actually reminded me of when I was a kid and would make strawberry flavored milk with Hershey's strawberry syrup. So basically that plus cinnamon and coffee. Who knew?! Their seating area is very cute and they have outdoor tables as well. (It was too hot for outside but in the cooler season it would be a nice little local neighborhood spot to chill out in). The baristas were also very pleasant and friendly. Additionally, I visited the restroom to wash my hands and I seriously don't recall ever seeing such a clean, spotless, and pleasantly scented, coffee shop or restaurant bathroom! Kudos to the staff who clearly work hard keeping the entire store clean and inviting.

The good. Atmosphere, seating, servers , coffee WiFi generally good…read more The bad. A small bear claw-like pastry is 5$. The lowest non-custom tip is $1. On a 3.50 cup of coffee that works out to be about 30 percent. Kind of a jack. Paraphrasing the godfather, take the Cofee leave the cannoli.

First time at PC today, here are some thoughts:…read more -Very nice atmosphere with extra high ceilings, a quiet and pleasant place to drink your coffee, do some homework, or work on your laptop. -I was looking for something sweet to drink, a latte or something. The barista recommended one of their specialties, an orange vanilla latte. Yes, you read that right--orange. -First, the coffee is really good! The orange flavor was very subtle but quite distinct and pleasant. Highly recommended!

Atmosphere is great. It's a small and echoey spot so maybe not the best for reading but definitely…read morecatching up with a friend or a quick journal entry. They do have baked goods for sell but I didn't try. Service was great and immediate. Definitely will be back.

Doxa coffee roasters food truck can be found in the way south food truck park…read more Here's what you do- go to Doxa and order a really good cup of coffee, a latte or a matcha. We've tried them all and they've been so good. Then grab a pastry from here or go next door to Wake Up Mykie's for a heartier breakfast. You won't regret it. Friendly service and good coffee!

South Austin's coffee scene is really growing, and I'm so happy this little truck joined the Way…read moreBack South Austin food truck area. The set up is nice with picnic tables and a playground. I ordered a small cold brew which came out to $5.63, which seems pricey for the size. It was just okay. The cold brew wasn't very smooth and it tasted a little sour, so I suggest adding a syrup. I think I'll come back to the food park though. There's a nice variety of cuisines to choose from. And parking is plentiful.

I enjoyed my first experience at Desnudo's South Lamar location! It's a cute little coffee truck…read morewith a great atmosphere! The coffee is sourced from Columbia, and the baristas explained that there's no middleman when it comes to getting the beans, so they're fresh. They even offered cold brew samples while we were waiting in line. The baristas were super duper sweet and welcoming. I ordered an iced vanilla latte, which was okay. The drink wasn't super sweet. This is a perfect spot if you're looking for outdoor vibes. Maybe not somewhere to work from home, but I did actually see someone working on their laptop. In terms of parking, they have two small lots right next to it and then another one farther down the street. There's some but it was just tough on a Saturday morning. Also, be careful with parking in the nearby restaurants lots because they came out and told us to move our car. Overall, the vibes were great, and I recommend checking it out!

Got the vanilla latte and fermented blueberry latte…read more Overall good lattes but not top tier Had a sample of their cold brew which was phenomenal! Would go that direction next time

Sightseer Coffee is a tiny coffee shop on S. Congress Ave. It is a bit eclectic also similar to…read morethe bakeshop next-door. I was intrigued by the coffee shop's, high-Yelp rating, so I decided to give it a whirl. One of the unique features of the coffee shop is the unique flavors of the coffee offerings. The smoked iced maple latte was calling my name. It is really difficult to describe the flavor as it was very unique. I can't say that the latte filled my mouth with explosive flavor and smoothness simultaneously. I do understand the high rating. Jessica, my barista, was super friendly. In fact, I forgot my debit card and had to go to the car to get it. She told me to go ahead and she would start preparing my latte. That element of trust was very welcomed . Nowadays people will not move a Inch until they see some form of payment. I appreciate her kind gesture. Great coffee experience....

I'm so happy to have stumbled upon Sightseer. They have some creative and deliciously strong drinks…read morethat are made with in-house syrups. It's a small coffee shop next to Sugar Mama's that easily surpasses some of the bigger coffee shops in Austin. As a major coffee shop Yelper, I compare the taste and quality of a roast, the ingredients in drinks (house made syrups versus regular Monin, etc.) and service/ambience. Sightseer hit all three marks. The location is also super walkable and convenient. You can grab coffee and continue on your way to awesome restaurants and local businesses on South 1st or hit up Soco after.

Came here for a little afternoon pick-me-up and ended up getting the cold brew over ice and a…read morevariety of their pastries. Their zucchini loaf was absolutely delicious. Muffin and walnut scone was also very good. That said, their pastries aren't anything special and came individually wrapped as pictured. We were highly disappointed by the coffee though. Maybe we ordered it wrong or just a bad day but our coffee was quite bitter, and has a strong bitter after-taste. We went for black (no cream/milk or sugar) so perhaps the bitterness came through strong. Regardless, cool place with work area and wifi. Good size parking lot.

I've heard so many wonderful things about this coffee shop, and I'm so glad I finally found it and…read moregave it a try! I ordered an iced almond milk vanilla matcha latte, and it was honestly one of the best matcha lattes I've had in a long time. This place has such a great selection -- everything from sandwiches (including vegan egg salad!) to grab-and-go snacks, an amazing bagel selection, premade breakfast sandwiches, and so much more. The atmosphere inside is super cozy, and it was quite busy first thing in the morning, which was great to see. I'll definitely be adding this spot to my regular weekly coffee and breakfast rotation!

We went to Nougatine Bakery after a 5K run on a Sunday morning. They had only pastries, so we went…read morenext door to Spokesman for coffee. I loved the funky black and white bus with drawings outside. I ordered drip coffee with a cup of ice to make a sort-of iced coffee to cool down after the run. They complied and gave me a full cup of ice. They had half & half and almond milk, along with cinnamon, simple syrup and other sugars for added flavor. I added stevia to my coffee. Service was fast; my coffee was ready within 2 minutes. The interior has ample tables for sitting and colorful hanging paper fringe decorations.

Like a lot of other places in Austin, Spokesman is a coffee shop by day and bar by night. But what…read moremade them unique was the vibe! Very relaxing, yet moody and fun at the same time. I stopped in for a late afternoon pick-me-up and ordered the seasonal Earl Grey matcha latte. So good! The Earl Grey added a light, fragrant twist to the matcha without overpowering it, which made the drink feel really balanced and unique. I ended up hanging out for a bit to read a chapter of my book before heading out. It's the kind of place where you could easily get some work done, study, or just enjoy a quiet break with a good drink.